the shoe would have gotten a great review from anyone not needing the top to open, and if I didnt expect that, I would love theses. 5mm balanced adapter which Im now told not to use as it causes damage shorting out the amp. Thought I was charging the speaker all day but the cord had fallen out of the bottom of the charger. The arch is not too extreme and does not hurt or bother me, as some reviews said. They are super soft. The slippers are colorful and beautiful. Might be able to solve the issue by adjusting the pad better. I wasnt looking for this, nor do I particularly value it, but I am surprised how pleasing the brushed red aluminum look is. Lovely shoes for the price, comfortable & not too high. It took about 10-15 minutes to put it together alone.